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CPSC, BMW Announce Recall of SlideCarver Scooters

U.S. CPSCFallsAug 27, 2004
Recalled SlideCarver Scooter
Recalled SlideCarver Scooter

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

The front column of the scooter does not meet impact resistance standards. The handlebar column can break if the scooter hits an object, which can cause the rider to fall and suffer injuries.

Remedy

Consumers should return the SlideCarver scooters to any BMW dealership or contact the firm for information on returning the scooter to receive a refund. Additionally, consumers will receive a $200 gift certificate for BMW lifestyle merchandise.

Incidents & injuries

BMW has received one report of a scooter front column breaking, causing a rider to fall and suffer minor injuries.

Product description

The SlideCarver is a three-wheeled scooter which is designed to be steered both in the front and back. The steering design allows riders to shift weight and change direction while maintaining control. It has twin-disc brakes, and wide tires equipped with wear indicators. The SlideCarver stands 39.5 inches high by 20 inches wide, has a 26.5-inch wheelbase, weighs approximately 26.5 pounds, and can be folded. "BMW" and "SlideCarver" are written on the underside of the rider platform of these scooters.

Sold on

BMW dealerships and on the firm's Web site, from December 2003 through July 2004, for about $700.

Contact the company

For more information, contact BMW at (800) 831-1117 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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